Shah Rukh Khan in Dhoom 4? Here’s the truth

Mumbai: There were reports suggesting that the Badshah of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan, has been roped in by Yash Raj Films for the fourth edition of their super-hit franchise Dhoom 4. But the superstar, who celebrated his 52 birthday on November 2, put all speculations to rest.

The Raees star denied reports about him appearing in the next instalment of the Dhoom series and said that he has not signed any new film at the moment. Aamir Khan had played the protagonist in the third instlment of the blockbuster series and rumours suggested that the makers were considering another superstar for the fourth edition.

“I have not signed any film at all. Even I keep reading reports. I think I should first finish this film (Aanand L Rai's next), it is taking time,” said Shah Rukh.

"I want to be available, I don't want to waste Anushka Sharma and Katrina Kaif's dates... I want to be very clear that I don't want to waste their dates. They have signed two films. Katrina has Thugs-of-Hindostan and Anushka has Sui Dhaaga. I want to be available," the actor said.

On being prodded further about whether they have discussed the next film in Dhoom franchise, he said there has been no offer from the Yash Raj Films.

“With Yash Raj there is no offer. They just tell me. But I have explained to Aditya Chopra, Karan Johar and my other director friends that I am not thinking of any other film till December, they understand and respect that,” he said.

For the uninitiated, SRK is a very dear friend of both Aditya Chopra and Karan Johar. In fact most of his blockbuster films have been under their banner. But the actor, who was last seen in Jab Harry Met Sejal hasn’t apparently discussed any new venture with either of them.

Currently, the actor is busy shooting for Aanand L Rai's film, in which he plays the role of a dwarf. 

(With PTI inputs)